If Tuscany is the heart of Italy, then the region of Chianti can be called the heart of the most exquisite region. Landscapes that arise in our minds when we hear the word “Tuscany”, hills with long rows of vineyards, this is exactly Chianti. It produces the same name wine, which is the most famous Italian wine in the world.
Tuscany is located in the center of Italy and, in the center of Tuscany, between Florence, Siena and Arezzo is Chianti, a charming hill-covered region surrounded by the main “art” cities in the region. In this part of Italy, you will plunge into one of the most famous rural areas in the world that has won the status of “elitist” (yes, only the villages of Chianti are not provincial, but prestigious!).
So why you need to choose Chianti for your wedding ceremony? Perhaps the most famous product of this area is the world-famous wine. Its deep, soft and rich taste carries a piece of the gentle sun of Tuscany, the warmth of green fields and hills. In addition to wine, Chianti will show you all the great variety of dishes for your wedding reception! Chianti has many pieces of traditional cuisine to surprise even experienced gourmets. This region has many traditional snacks and appetizers. Invite your guests to try croutons with chicken liver (crostini di fegatini di pollo), baked baguette with tomatoes (bruschetta con il pomodoro) and Siena pork neck sausage, known as finocchia. Also, Chianti will please vegetarians with a great variety of non-meat dishes, as there is no monoculture and there are vineyards, olive trees, cereals and potatoes.
Moreover, Chianti is a region with very affordable prices. This place is surrounded by tourist and overcrowded cities, so there you will find calmness for a very good price. We could help you to rent a house or a hotel for you both or your guests. For your stay, we suggest you choose a nice county house with a pleasant wine smell around. The Chianti region is not only exquisite red wines from numerous vines. First, this is an area with a large number of cities and villages, whose history goes far into antiquity. The provincial pace of life and local culture are very different from Pisa, Siena and Florence. Chianti is an ideal base for organizing a wedding in a medieval town, being surrounded by romantic vineyards and characteristic hilly landscapes. In every small town, you can find everything that could make your wedding unforgettable for your guests: ancient castles, cosy farms, precious enotecas, – everything is at your disposal on your special day!
Despite the fact, that the climate in Chianti is very mild at any time of the year as it is protected by mountains from cold, we would like to advise you to plan your Chianti wedding in spring and the beginning of summer or autumn. Moreover, one more reason to organize a wedding in autumn is the regional wine exhibition in Montefioralle – in a medieval fortified town, with a castle that rises above the city. Is there something that can impress more, than an event that guests can join in after the wedding ceremony? Besides, there are a few more events of an international level in Chianti that take place in autumn: the Wine Festival with a parade of allegorical chariots and the Fair of St. Luke. Enjoy the Italian hospitality and check the holiday calendar to feel the taste of Chianti region with your beloved one!
It is a well-known fact that logistics is an important question to organize the arrival not only for you both, but also for your guests. The entire Tuscany region has a very developed transport system; your guests will arrive using the most convenient ways of transportation. If you are going to fly to Chianti by plane, then choose the airport of arrival Florence, Pisa or Rome – these are the closest options, in addition, it will make you possible to organize all the transportations better regardless of the city you will choose. It is very easy and comfortable to arrive from Florence, you can take a bus directly to Greve in Chianti. If you are travelling by a private or rented car, the journey from Florence to Chianti will take you no more than half an hour. A bus runs between Siena and Castellina in Chianti, and there is also a train connection. You can also take a train from Florence – in which case Poggibonsi will be your final stop. And of course, we may help you to find the best accommodation for your relatives and friends, besides, the transfer could be specially organized for them.
The Chianti region is famous for its hidden medieval churches with a very romantic atmosphere. So why not organize a religious wedding in one of the most beautiful regions in the world? Basilica of Santa Maria in the Impruneta wine region, Church of Santa Croce in the ancient city named Greve in Chianti or maybe the lost in green landscapes Radda town with San Nicolò Church is a very right place to have a wedding of your dream? Tell us all your wishes and we will try our best to find the perfect church for you, also according to your faith.
Only in Chianti, you can discover the ancient Tuscany traditions and learn more about food and wine. Organizing a wedding in Chianti is a great chance to see stunning landscapes and get acquainted with family traditions, widely known around the world. Do you want to have a remarkable wedding to share the best moments of your life among the magically peaceful Tuscan landscapes? Therefore, there is no better place than Chianti!
